Adobe Illustrator Certificate

(Software included)

Program Outline

Your certificate consists of a step-by-step process.

Here's how it works
Your course material will be sent immediately after your enrollment has been accepted. You will need access to a computer to complete this program.

Computer specifications
You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows®-based computer to complete this program. Penn Foster recommends the following as minimum specifications: Pentium® IV, Centrino®, Xeon®, Core DuoTM or better, Windows® XP (sp2), or Vista® as the operating system with 512 MB RAM minimum (1 GB recommended), 2GB available hard drive space, and DVD ROM drive.  You will also need Internet access and an email account.

You will complete the following courses in the order indicated to earn your Adobe® Illustrator® Certificate:

GRD110 - Introduction to Graphic Design

Introduction to Graphic Design covers the basic principles, elements, and mediums of design through the concept, skills, and tools involved in developing a design piece through the applications of these concepts to visual and communication processes. This course also covers industry terminology, file types, balance, contrast, direction, economy, emphasis, proportion, rhythm, and unity as it relates to graphic design creations.

  • Lesson – Introduction to Graphic Design
  • Lesson – Perception, Dynamic Balance, and Gestalt Principles
  • Lesson – Text Type, Layout, Illustration, and Photography in Design; Advertising Design
  • Lesson – Color, Production Tools and Procedures, and Web Design
  • Textbook – Graphic Design Basics

GRD115 - Graphic Design and Production (Illustrator®)

This course places emphasis on the conceptualization of computer illustration techniques using Illustrator® and its implementation in page layout. Students complete a series of projects using Adobe® Illustrator® to develop proficiency in print and web-based applications.

  • Lesson – Getting Started with Illustrator and Creating Text and Illustrations
  • Lesson – Transforming Objects and Working with Layers, Patterns, and Brushes
  • Lesson – Filters, Effects, Appearance Attributes, and Graphs
  • Lesson – Using Symbols: Preparing for Printing and for the Web
  • Graded Project – Graphic Design Production
  • Textbook – Adobe® Illustrator®
  • Software – Adobe® Illustrator®

 

Online Library and Librarian
Students in Penn Foster Career School have access to an online library for use during their studies. Students can use this library to do the required research in the courses they complete or can use it for general reference and links to valuable resources. The library contains helpful research assistance, articles, databases, books, and Web links. A librarian is available to answer questions on general research-related topics via email and assist students in research activities during their studies with Penn Foster Career School.

We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.

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